As an international business we also have opportunities available in the UK. 

About Us 

Murphy is a leading global, specialist engineering and construction company founded in 1951 that improves life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in Ireland, the United Kingdom and North America, we provide better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including Transportation, Water, Power, Natural Resources, and Construction & Property. Murphy employs around 4,000 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, we work as ‘One Murphy’ by directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success.   

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES 

• Delivery of Commercial Management Services for individual projects. 

• Establish and promote best practice in health, safety and environmental matters in conjunction with the SHQE department. 

• To provide assistance to the Senior QS, and support on all commercial issues within the Project(s). 

Team Working 

• Encourage and develop a culture of commercial awareness within the team. 

• Ensure the site team adheres to group procedures and governance. 

• Delegation of appropriate work to junior staff, whilst maintaining accountability. 

Commercial Service Delivery 

• Preparation of internal commercial reporting and any other reports which may be required. 

• Preparation of Valuations/Application for payment with full supporting documentation in accordance with the contract. 

• Preparation of Cost Reports to the Client with contractually compliant supporting documentation. 

• Preparation and management of subcontract and material procurement schedules. 

• Administration of subcontractor/supplier accounts from the preparation of detailed requisitions, monitoring and authorisation of subcontract payments through to agreement of final accounts. 

• Undertake the contract administration, including change management and maintain associated registers. 

• Identifying commercial risks, opportunities, value engineering and change. 

• Challenge & manage in cost control / cost mitigation. 

• Ensure the correct site records are maintained.  

• Implement a WBS structure to satisfy the Client & Contract requirements. 

• Assist with preparation of the Cost to Complete and Risk analysis Register for the projects(s). 

• Preparation of change events, extension of time claims, final accounts etc.  

• Measurement of quantities in accordance with the standard methods of measurement as required. 

• Ensure appropriate Client Management is initiated and maintained. 

• Helping to maximise the cash position, including WIP control, cash flow production & improvement plans. 

• Maintain / assist in the production of the margin improvement plan on the project. 

• Undertake any other work as required of you by your line manager. 

Corporate Development 

• Attend client engagement events for equivalent level customer feedback. 

• Involvement in Business Improvement Initiatives. 

Note: In addition to these functions personnel are required to carry out such other duties as may be reasonably required in order to support the objectives of the Group/Company/ Operational Unit 

Entry Requirements   

• Degree qualification in Quantity Surveying/Construction Economics (or set to graduate by 2026)             

• On route to being Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS) or equivalent.         

• Full driving license.         

• All roles are expected to have the relevant competency skills cards.              

SKILLS / EXPERIENCE 

• Construction Experience (desirable)   

• Commercially astute. Excellent knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract and Standard Methods of Measurement.           

• Computer literate with strong skills in Microsoft Office Applications (Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint). 

• Good communication skills including presentations and ability to negotiate and persuade others. 

• Civil Engineering and Steel Structures. 

• Experience in estimating and takeoffs (desirable). 

• Problem solving skills  

• Personal ownership your development  

• Team working skills 

Additional Requirements 

• You need a full Irish driving licence due to the locations of projects.  

• Eligible to work in the Ireland with a valid work permit if applicable.  Please note, we do not provide sponsorship. 

• To provide you with the best development opportunities we may ask you to work away from your home location within the Ireland during your 2-year programme. 

Our Recruitment Process 
Our recruitment process consists of three stages: 

1. Application including a CV 

2. Online interview  

3. In-person assessment centre (which start from February 26) 

What Murphy Ireland offer in return 

• Competitive salary and benefits 

• Discretionary annual bonus and annual salary review 

• Above market rate contributory pension scheme available from day one 

• 27 days annual leave per annum. Holidays also increase with service 

• Generous Private Healthcare Allowance 

• Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development. 

• Other Murphy benefits include retail discounts, cycle to work scheme etc 

Murphy International Limited is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in Ireland. 

If you have any queries, please email emergingtalentireland@murphygroup.ie.